Jr. NTR is in the news again, but not for his films this time. The South Indian actor has caught the attention of netizens for his massive weight loss this time. The actor’s recent pictures on social media are creating a buzz, not just about his expensive outfit, but also for his transformed physique. A number of social media users posted Jr. NTR’s photos posing with hotel staff, and that inevitably led to the most obvious questions these days – is he on Ozempic?
Hindustan Times reported that he’s not. The publication quoted its source saying, “NTR is healthy and not on Ozempic if that is what is being asked,” adding further, “He is fine and has been following a new diet. He has been working on his next film with (filmmaker) Prashanth Neel, and for his look in it, he has adopted a new fitness regime since February. The transformation is a result of that.” thus putting an end to all Ozempic chatter.
The rumors started when the fans started making wild guesses about the reasons behind NTR’s weight loss. As one comment on Reddit said, “Jr. Ozempic,” another wrote, “Tiger found Ozempic. I miss his old heroine selections and songs. Please don’t take plastic surgery cases, NTR gaaru.”
But his loyal fans were worried. A comment on Reddit said, “What happened to Jr NTR – any health issues?” Another wrote, “Inta sannaga ayite em baledu anna (It’s not looking good when you’re this thin, brother). While an X user wrote, “We want chubby tiger back.”
Jr. NTR is actually losing weight for his upcoming films with Prashanth Neel, namely Dragon (tentatively titled) and War 2, where he’ll be acting alongside Hrithik Roshan.